1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Caprice | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
